Katebhogaon - Panhala, Kolhapur
Katebhogaon is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kate Bhogaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katebhogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katebhogaon is 567212. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.01 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Katebhogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katebhogaon
As per Census 2011, Katebhogaon village has a total population of 1,394 people, consisting of 747 males and 647 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katebhogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,394 | 747 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 75 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 144 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 547 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 200 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Katebhogaon
Katebhogaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbharwadi | North | 1.20 km |
| Majnal | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Walavekarwadi | West | 1.66 km |
| Talewadi | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Warnul | North | 2.37 km |
| Salwadi | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Kale | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Punal | East | 2.58 km |
| Parakhandale | South | 2.64 km |
| Kherivade | South | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katebhogaon
Katebhogaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Katebhogaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katebhogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katebhogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katebhogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katebhogaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katebhogaon
Where is Katebhogaon located?
Katebhogaon village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katebhogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Katebhogaon is Kate Bhogaon.
What is the pincode of Katebhogaon?
The pincode of Katebhogaon is 416205.
What is the population of Katebhogaon?
Katebhogaon has a total population of 1,394, including 747 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Katebhogaon?
There are 300 households in Katebhogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Katebhogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katebhogaon is 64.92%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 55.33%.